Inclined strut assembly and reinforcing and supporting structure

By designing diagonal bracing components and reinforcing support structures, and using suitable mounting slots and baffles to guide the installation of diagonal bracing rods, the problem of traditional diagonal bracing rod construction relying on manual techniques is solved, achieving efficient and stable steel structure connections.

CN224133908UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17ZHEJIANG CONSTR ENG GRP CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG CONSTR ENG GRP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

The traditional construction method of diagonal bracing relies on the technical skill level of the construction personnel, which leads to large assembly errors and affects the structural stability.

Method used

The design incorporates diagonal bracing components, including diagonal bracing rods, column connectors, and beam connectors. Adaptive mounting slots and baffles guide the installation direction of the diagonal bracing rods, while a U-shaped enclosure structure and damping pads enhance assembly accuracy and stability.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the installation process of diagonal braces, improves assembly efficiency and structural stability, and enhances the overall connection strength and lateral displacement resistance of steel structures.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of steel structures, and particularly relates to an inclined strut assembly and a reinforcing and supporting structure. The diagonal bracing assembly comprises a diagonal bracing rod, a stand column connecting piece and a cross beam connecting piece, and an upper mounting groove and a lower mounting groove of the diagonal bracing assembly have the shape matched with the diagonal bracing rod and are provided with openings facing the stand column and the cross beam correspondingly, so that the mounting direction of the diagonal bracing rod can be guided; installation personnel can quickly and accurately align the upper end and the lower end of the inclined supporting rod and insert the inclined supporting rod into the corresponding installation grooves, and the assembly accuracy is improved. The reinforcing and supporting structure comprises a cross beam and a stand column, and the cross beam and the stand column are connected through the inclined strut assembly. The upper mounting groove and / or the lower mounting groove are / is provided with a mounting opening facing the exterior of the reinforcing supporting structure and a blocking piece located in the reinforcing supporting structure, and the blocking piece and the mounting opening are matched to form a one-way channel used for prompting the mounting position of the inclined supporting rod. The device has the technical effects of low assembly difficulty and high assembly accuracy.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of steel structure technology, specifically relating to a diagonal bracing component and a reinforced support structure. Background Technology

[0002] Steel structures are widely used in construction and bridges due to their high strength and stability. Diagonal braces, as key components connecting steel columns and beams, primarily function to distribute loads and enhance overall structural stability. In traditional construction methods, the ends of the diagonal braces are directly welded and fixed to the columns and beams. This method has drawbacks: large assembly errors and construction quality depend heavily on the skill level of the construction workers, making it susceptible to structural instability due to improper operation. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a diagonal bracing component and a reinforced support structure that is easy to assemble while having good supporting force.

[0004] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] A diagonal bracing assembly for connecting connected beams and columns, characterized in that it comprises:

[0006] The diagonal brace includes an upper support end connected to the crossbeam and a lower support end connected to the column;

[0007] The column connector includes a column connecting piece fixed to the surface of the column, and a lower mounting groove disposed on the surface of the column connecting piece; the lower mounting groove has a shape adapted to the lower support end and has an opening facing the crossbeam.

[0008] The beam connector includes a beam connecting piece fixed to the surface of the beam, and an upper mounting groove disposed on the surface of the beam connecting piece, the upper mounting groove having a shape adapted to the upper support end and having an opening facing the column.

[0009] The upper and lower mounting slots of the diagonal brace assembly are shaped to fit the diagonal brace rod and have openings facing the column and beam, respectively. This design clearly guides the installation direction of the diagonal brace rod, allowing installers to quickly and accurately align the upper and lower ends of the diagonal brace rod and insert it into the corresponding mounting slots without repeatedly adjusting the angle and position. This improves the accuracy of assembly, reduces trial and error time during installation, and enhances overall installation efficiency.

[0010] Preferably, each of the column connecting pieces has two lower mounting grooves on its surface, and the two lower mounting grooves have openings facing different crossbeams respectively.

[0011] Two mounting slots are opened on the surface of a single column connecting piece, and they open towards different beams respectively. This allows a single installation to meet the connection requirements of the column at the corner of the steel structure to two beams at the same time, reducing the assembly difficulty.

[0012] Preferably, each of the column connecting pieces has mounting surfaces facing different directions, and the two lower mounting slots are respectively disposed on one of the mounting surfaces.

[0013] The shape of the column connecting piece has been optimized, resulting in a larger contact and fixing area between the column connecting piece and the column, and forming a semi-enclosed structure with a large angle, which further improves the stability of the installation.

[0014] Preferably, the crossbeam connector further includes side plates, which are connected in pairs to both sides of the crossbeam connecting piece and form a channel with the crossbeam connecting piece to allow the crossbeam to pass through; the opposing inner surfaces of the two side plates constitute a circumferential limiting structure for the crossbeam.

[0015] The crossbeam connecting piece and the side plates on both sides form a U-shaped surrounding structure, which allows for more accurate positioning during installation, reducing the difficulty and time cost of alignment during the installation process. After installation, the U-shaped surrounding structure can effectively limit the swaying of the crossbeam and prevent it from shifting when subjected to external forces, thus enhancing the stability of the structure. The crossbeam connector has a large contact area with the crossbeam, resulting in more even force distribution and a more stable connection.

[0016] Preferably, the diagonal bracing assembly further includes damping pads, which are disposed between the column connecting piece and the column and / or between the beam connecting piece and the beam.

[0017] Vibration damping pads can effectively absorb and buffer the vibrations and impacts generated during the use of a structure, protect the stability of the connection parts, and extend the service life of the structure.

[0018] This utility model also proposes a reinforced support structure, including:

[0019] A crossbeam, multiple sets of the crossbeams are connected to form a supporting plane;

[0020] The column is connected to the beam at least at one end;

[0021] The crossbeam and the column are connected by the aforementioned diagonal bracing assembly.

[0022] Multiple sets of crossbeams are arranged on the same supporting plane, with one end of the column connected to the crossbeams. This allows for the even transmission and distribution of forces, avoiding localized stress concentration and enhancing the reliability and durability of the structure. It is suitable not only for newly constructed steel structure buildings but also for the reinforcement and renovation of existing structures, demonstrating broad application prospects. Furthermore, its simple and rational structural form facilitates integration with other building components, improving the convenience and flexibility of construction.

[0023] Preferably, the upper mounting slot and / or lower mounting slot have mounting openings facing outwards from the reinforced support structure.

[0024] The upper and / or lower mounting slots have openings facing outwards towards the reinforced support structure, allowing for easier insertion of the diagonal brace into the slots from the outside during installation, thus improving ease and efficiency. Simultaneously, this opening design facilitates observation and manipulation of the interior of both mounting slots, enabling alignment and adjustment during installation and ensuring accurate connection.

[0025] Preferably, the upper mounting groove and / or lower mounting groove are provided with a baffle on one side inside the reinforced support structure.

[0026] The baffle plate, in conjunction with the mounting port, forms a one-way channel to indicate the installation position of the diagonal brace. During assembly, the diagonal brace enters the upper and lower mounting slots through the mounting port. When the diagonal brace is blocked by the baffle plate, it indicates that the installation is in place and the next step of reinforcement can proceed.

[0027] Preferably, the support structure includes diagonal web members, with each end of the diagonal web member connected to two adjacent columns.

[0028] The diagonal web members further enhance the overall stability and load-bearing capacity of the reinforced support structure. Each end of the diagonal web member connects to two adjacent columns, forming a spatial truss system that effectively resists horizontal and vertical forces, improving the structure's resistance to lateral displacement and its stiffness. Simultaneously, the diagonal web members, together with the diagonal bracing components, form multiple lines of defense, enhancing the structure's safety.

[0029] Preferably, at least two intersecting diagonal braces are provided between two adjacent columns; a reserved groove is provided at the intersecting part of one of the diagonal braces, and the shape of the reserved groove is adapted to the shape of the other diagonal brace.

[0030] At least two intersecting diagonal braces are installed between two adjacent columns, and a pre-reserved groove adapted to the shape of the other diagonal brace is opened at the intersection of one diagonal brace to assist construction personnel in positioning the assembly position and angle of the diagonal brace.

[0031] This invention reduces the assembly difficulty of the diagonal bracing components and the reinforced support structure through multiple structural features, thereby improving assembly accuracy. The upper and lower mounting slots of the diagonal bracing components are shaped to fit the diagonal bracing rods and have openings facing the columns and beams, guiding the installation direction of the diagonal bracing rods. In the specific reinforced support structure, the upper and lower mounting slots also have installation openings facing the outside of the structure and baffles located inside the structure, further guiding and positioning the installation of the diagonal bracing rods, improving installation accuracy, reducing trial-and-error time during installation, and improving overall installation efficiency. The side plate design of the beam connector forms a U-shaped enclosure structure with the beam connector plate, ensuring a unique and definite positional relationship with the beam during assembly, simplifying the installation process. Two lower mounting slots are opened on the surface of each column connector plate, each opening towards a different beam, meeting the connection requirements of the column at the corner of the steel structure with two beams, reducing assembly difficulty. Regarding the reinforced support structure, multiple sets of beams and columns are connected through the diagonal bracing components, forming a system for uniformly transmitting and dispersing forces, avoiding localized stress concentration, and enhancing the reliability and durability of the structure. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a diagonal brace component;

[0033] Figure 2 Exploded view of the diagonal brace component;

[0034] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the reinforced support structure;

[0035] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the bottom of the reinforcement support structure;

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the installation method for the diagonal web members.

[0037] Legend:

[0038] 1 diagonal brace, 110 upper support end, 120 lower support end;

[0039] 2. Column connector, 210. Column connector piece, 220. Lower mounting groove, 221. Baffle, 222. Mounting port, 230. Vibration damping piece;

[0040] 3 crossbeam connectors, 310 crossbeam connecting pieces, 320 upper mounting grooves, 330 side plates;

[0041] 4 columns, 410 base;

[0042] 5 crossbeams;

[0043] 6. Inclined web member, 6a. Inclined web member with reserved slot, 6b. Inclined web member without reserved slot, 610. Reserved slot. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Those skilled in the art will be able to implement the present invention based on these descriptions. Furthermore, the embodiments of the present invention described below are generally only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Therefore, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0045] Example 1

[0046] A diagonal brace is a component connecting steel structural columns and beams, primarily serving to distribute loads and enhance the overall stability of the structure. In traditional construction methods, diagonal braces are fixed to structural columns and beams by welding, resulting in significant assembly errors and reliance on the skill level of the construction workers. To improve assembly accuracy, a modular diagonal brace assembly is proposed.

[0047] Please see Figure 1 The diagonal bracing assembly includes a diagonal brace 1, a column connector 2, and a crossbeam connector 3. The upper support end 110 of the diagonal brace 1 is fixed to the crossbeam 5 via the crossbeam connector 3, and the lower support end 120 is fixed to the column 4 via the column connector 2. Specifically, the crossbeam connector 3 includes a crossbeam connecting piece 310 that is fitted and fixed to the surface of the crossbeam 5. The surface of the crossbeam connecting piece 310 facing away from the crossbeam 5 has an upper mounting groove 320 with an opening facing the column 4. The shape of the upper mounting groove 320 is adapted to the upper support end 110, and the upper support end 110 can be engaged in the upper mounting groove 320. The column connector 2 includes a column connecting piece 210 that is fitted and fixed to the surface of the column 4. The surface of the column connecting piece 210 facing away from the column 4 has a lower mounting groove 220 with an opening facing the crossbeam 5. The shape of the lower mounting groove 220 is adapted to the lower support end 120, and the lower support end 120 can be engaged in the lower mounting groove 220. The relative positions of the upper mounting groove 320 and the upper support end 110, and the lower mounting groove 220 and the lower support end 120 are locked by fasteners.

[0048] Based on actual application requirements, the structure of column connector 2 was optimized.

[0049] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2At the corners of the steel structure, each column 4 needs to be connected to two crossbeams 5, which means it is simultaneously connected to two sets of diagonal bracing components. To simplify the assembly process, the area of ​​the column connecting piece 210 is enlarged, and two lower mounting slots 220 are opened on each column connecting piece 210. Each lower mounting slot 220 has an opening facing a different crossbeam 5, meaning a single column connecting piece 210 can provide installation support for two diagonal bracing rods 1. The column connecting piece 210 has mounting surfaces facing different directions, and the two lower mounting slots 220 are respectively located on one of these mounting surfaces. For common square steel columns 4, the two mounting surfaces are L-shaped and respectively fit against two adjacent sides of the column 4, and are fixed to the column 4 by fastener groups located on different sides. The column connecting piece 210 not only has a larger contact and fixing area with the column, but also forms a large-angle semi-enclosed structure with the column, further improving installation stability.

[0050] Based on actual application requirements, the structure of beam connector 3 was optimized.

[0051] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 3 The system includes a crossbeam connector 3, a crossbeam 5 connecting plate, and two side plates 330 connected to both sides of the crossbeam connecting plate 310. The crossbeam 5 connecting plate is attached to the lower surface of the crossbeam 5, and the two side plates 330 are attached to the side surfaces of the crossbeam 5. The side plates 330 and the crossbeam connecting plate 310 form a U-shaped enclosure structure as a channel for the crossbeam 5 to pass through. The opposing inner surfaces of the two side plates 330 constitute a circumferential limiting structure for the crossbeam 5. The crossbeam connector 3 is fixed in the following way: the crossbeam 5 passes through the U-shaped enclosure structure, the fastener enters from one side plate 330 and passes through the crossbeam 5, and finally exits from the other side plate 330 and is locked.

[0052] The device is also equipped with damping pads 230 to improve the device's vibration damping performance. The damping pads 230 are installed in positions including but not limited to between the side plate 330 and the crossbeam 5, between the crossbeam connecting piece 310 and the crossbeam 5, and between the column connecting piece 210 and the column 4.

[0053] Example 2

[0054] This embodiment is a reinforced support structure.

[0055] Please see Figure 3This device includes four square-section steel columns 4 and four square-section crossbeams 5. The crossbeams 5 and columns 4 form a cubic frame, with the crossbeams 5 located along the top edges of the cube, and the four crossbeams 5 enclosing a supporting plane. The columns 4 are located along the side edges of the cube, with the top of each column 4 connected to two crossbeams 5, and the three are perpendicular to each other. Each pair of connected crossbeams 5 and columns 4 is reinforced with diagonal bracing components to increase the connection strength.

[0056] The upper mounting groove 320 and / or the lower mounting groove 220 have mounting openings 222 facing outwards from the reinforced support structure, and a baffle 221 is provided on the side of the opening located inside the reinforced support structure. The baffle 221 cooperates with the opening to form a one-way channel, indicating the installation position of the diagonal brace 1.

[0057] The support structure includes multiple diagonal web members 6, with each diagonal web member 6 connected to two adjacent columns 4 at both ends. Furthermore, at least two intersecting diagonal web members 6 in an X-shape are provided between two adjacent columns 4, with a pre-drilled groove 610 at the intersecting portion of one of the diagonal web members 6, the shape of which is adapted to the shape of the other diagonal web member 6.

[0058] The device is also equipped with a base 410 at the lower end of the column 4. The base 410 has reserved holes for installing fasteners, and the device can be fixed to the foundation by fasteners.

[0059] This device can be assembled according to the following steps:

[0060] 1. Place multiple high-strength steel columns 4 with bases 410 on the foundation according to the design drawings, and install and fix them with fasteners;

[0061] 2. Weld and fix the high-strength steel beam 5 to the top of the high-strength steel column 4 to form a stable grid structure;

[0062] 3. Attach the L-shaped column connecting piece 210 to a suitable position on the surface of the high-strength steel column 4, and fix the column connecting piece 210 to the high-strength steel column 4 using four positioning bolts.

[0063] 4. The crossbeam connecting piece 310 and the two side plates 330 are attached to the surface of the high-strength steel crossbeam 5, and the side plates 330 are fixed to the high-strength steel crossbeam 5 by four positioning bolts and nuts;

[0064] 5. Align the upper support end 110 of the lightweight aluminum alloy diagonal brace 1 with the opening of the upper mounting groove 320 and the lower support end 120 with the opening of the lower mounting groove 220. Push the diagonal brace 1 into the groove from the mounting opening 222 until it is stopped by the baffle 221.

[0065] 6. Repeat the above steps to install the lightweight aluminum alloy diagonal brace 1 on the connection structure between each beam 5 and column 4;

[0066] 7. Weld the two ends of the inclined web member 6a with the pre-reserved groove to two adjacent high-strength steel columns 4 respectively. Take another inclined web member 6b without the pre-reserved groove, pass it through the pre-reserved groove 610 to form an X-shaped structure with it, and weld the two ends of the inclined web member 6b without the pre-reserved groove to two adjacent high-strength steel columns 4 respectively. Finally, weld the pre-reserved groove 610.

Claims

1. A diagonal strut assembly for connecting a cross member (5) and a post (4) in connection, characterized in that, include: The diagonal brace (1) includes an upper support end (110) connected to the crossbeam (5) and a lower support end (120) connected to the column (4); The column connector (2) includes a column connector piece (210) fixed to the surface of the column (4), and a lower mounting groove (220) provided on the surface of the column connector piece (210); the lower mounting groove (220) has a shape adapted to the lower support end (120) and has an opening facing the crossbeam (5); The crossbeam connector (3) includes a crossbeam connecting piece (310) fixed to the surface of the crossbeam (5), and also includes an upper mounting groove (320) provided on the surface of the crossbeam connecting piece (310), the upper mounting groove (320) having a shape adapted to the upper support end (110) and having an opening facing the column (4).

2. The diagonal strut assembly of claim 1, wherein, Two lower mounting grooves (220) are formed on the surface of a single column connecting piece (210), and the two lower mounting grooves (220) have openings facing different crossbeams (5).

3. The diagonal strut assembly of claim 2, wherein, Each of the column connecting pieces (210) has mounting surfaces facing different directions, and the two lower mounting slots (220) are respectively provided on one of the mounting surfaces.

4. The diagonal strut assembly of claim 1, wherein, The crossbeam connector (3) also includes side plates (330), which are connected in pairs to both sides of the crossbeam connector (310) and form a channel with the crossbeam connector (310) to allow the crossbeam (5) to pass through; the inner surfaces of the two side plates (330) opposite to each other constitute a circumferential limiting structure for the crossbeam (5).

5. The diagonal strut assembly of claim 1, wherein, The diagonal bracing assembly also includes a damping plate (230), which is disposed between the column connecting plate (210) and the column (4) and / or between the beam connecting plate (310) and the beam (5).

6. A reinforced support structure, characterized by, include: A crossbeam (5), multiple sets of the crossbeams (5) are connected to form a supporting plane; The column (4) is connected at least one end to the beam (5); The crossbeam (5) and the column (4) are reinforced and connected by the diagonal bracing assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

7. The reinforced support structure of claim 6, wherein, The upper mounting slot (320) and / or lower mounting slot (220) have mounting openings (222) facing outwards from the reinforced support structure.

8. The reinforced support structure of claim 6, wherein, The upper mounting groove (320) and / or lower mounting groove (220) are provided with baffles (221) on one side inside the reinforced support structure.

9. The reinforced support structure of claim 6, wherein, The reinforced support structure includes a diagonal web member (6), the two ends of which are respectively connected to two adjacent columns (4).

10. The reinforced support structure of claim 9, wherein, At least two intersecting diagonal braces (6) are provided between two adjacent columns (4); a reserved groove (610) is provided at the intersecting part of one of the diagonal braces (6), and the shape of the reserved groove (610) is adapted to the shape of the other diagonal brace (6).